a few retirement pictures

Roger’s retirement ceremony was held yesterday. His retirement’s not official until June 1, but he’s taking paid leave until then. I don’t know when he’ll start his new job, but we’re guessing somewhere around the middle of April. Roger will continue to receive AF pay through June 1, so if he starts his new job before then he’ll receive two paychecks. Not a bad deal, especially since he’s taking at least a month off.

Roger’s mom and step-dad, as well as his dad and step-mom, came to Arkansas for his retirement ceremony. It was wonderful to have them all here. I haven’t seen PeeWee and Brenda (Roger’s dad and step-mom) for probably 6 or 7 years. They have “animals” (cattle, chickens, etc.), so it’s hard for them to leave their place for an extended amount of time. I’m glad everyone was able to make the trip.

I love this picture of Roger, Attison and PeeWee. This was taken Thursday evening, after I had given Atti her bath and put her pajamas on.

Roger received a couple of certificates, one for meritorious service and the other his official retirement orders.

I also received a certificate. It’s pretty cool, actually ~ a “thank you” more or less from the AF for supporting my husband during his 20 years of service.

Roger’s squadron gave him a wooden propeller with a clock in the center. This is going on a very large blank wall in my dining room!

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February 28, 2009 | Joyful Category a joyful heart, joyfully attison 

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  1. De'Etta @ Choosing Joy on February 28th, 2009 4:21 pm

    Congrats to you and Roger…and THANK YOU for your 20 years of faithful service to America.

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  2. Joanne @ The Simple Wife on February 28th, 2009 7:14 pm

    Congratulations to you both!

    Joanne

    And I love that Roger’s dad is called PeeWee!

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  3. FieryByDesign on March 1st, 2009 2:53 pm

    That is so exciting! Congrats!

    I love that they gave you something too. Military wives give so much to support their husbands.

    Now the clock that is sooo neat! Love it, love it, love it! ;)

    Melissa

  4. Autumn Beck | Cloth Diapers on March 1st, 2009 4:59 pm

    Congrats, Roger! And of course you deserve a certificate, Trish!! Hello?! Don’t all us wives lol.

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